Origin
Jackson, TN
Night in Jackson on Saturday
Local time
11:20 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jackson, TN to Union City, TN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 18m
Distance
64 mi
103 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 12m
★
6 AM
1h 18m
8 AM
1h 31m
10 AM
1h 23m
12 PM
1h 22m
3 PM
1h 23m
5 PM
1h 30m
8 PM
1h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jackson, TN
Wikimedia Commons
Union City, TN
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
This straightforward 64-mile drive from Jackson, TN to Union City, TN takes about 1 hour and 18 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. You'll primarily travel on US 45W and US 45 Bypass, with a substantial 59% of your journey on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this short hop is around $10, and with no designated stops, you have the flexibility to explore as you please. This route stays within the Southeast region, offering a familiar driving experience across Tennessee.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 45W | 25.8 mi | 30m |
| North Central Avenue | 24.9 mi | 28m |
| US 45 Bypass | 11.7 mi | 16m |
| Airways Boulevard | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| East Main Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| East Church Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 45W
— 25.8 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jackson, TN and Union City, TN.
1
Start on East Main Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
2
Continue on Airways Boulevard
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Airways Boulevard
3
Turn right onto US 45 Bypass
12 mi
·
16 min
·
US 45 Bypass
Use the straight lane.
4
Continue on US 45W
6.2 mi
·
7 min
·
US 45W
5
Turn right onto US 45W
25 mi
·
28 min
·
North Central Avenue
6
Keep slight left at fork onto US 45W
20 mi
·
23 min
·
US 45W
7
Turn right onto East Church Street
74 ft
·
3 sec
·
East Church Street
8
Arrive at destination
East Church Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32 miles from Jackson, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
4 of 44 decision points cluster between mile 1.6 and 64 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
1.6 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
US 45 Bypass
Turn right onto US 45 Bypass
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
19.5 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
US 45W / North Central Avenue
Turn right onto US 45W / North Central Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
44.4 mi into trip
|
~54m in
|
US 45W
Keep slight left at fork onto US 45W
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
64 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
|
East Church Street
Turn right onto East Church Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.01 one way
$20.01 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.99 | $21.97 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.32 | $24.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.13 | $28.26 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.2 | 0 | $6.72 | $3.07 |
| Efficient EV | 16 | 0 | $5.60 | $2.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.6 | 0 | $8.96 | $4.10 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Union City, TN
Night in Union City on Saturday
Local time
11:20 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
55°F
Trenton, TN
32 mi in
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 18m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a mixed drive on this route, with a good portion of your journey on highways. Over half of the 64 miles, specifically 59%, will be on faster-paced roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 25.8 miles on US 45W, providing a good opportunity to settle into a rhythm. As you transition between US 45W and the US 45 Bypass, the road character may shift slightly, but overall, it's designed for efficient travel.
59% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
8 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 25.8 mi on US 45W.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1.6 miles in near US 45 Bypass.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Jackson, TN to Union City, TN is easy. At 1h 18m with 59% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles (US 45 Bypass): Lane positioning matters here; at 19.5 miles (US 45W / North Central Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 44.4 miles (US 45W): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 18m. Total distance: 64 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (59%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 25.8 miles on US 45W. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles (US 45 Bypass): Lane positioning matters here; at 19.5 miles (US 45W / North Central Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 44.4 miles (US 45W): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Union City, TN before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
Was this helpful?
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·
Explore More
Continue From Union City, TN
More trips to Union City, TN
Explore more options from Jackson, TN or browse trips ending in Union City, TN.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse TN road trips.